Litigation Clerk / Paralegal (Specialized Litigation Support)

About the Firm

We are a boutique law firm specializing in complex, high-stakes litigation spanning Criminal Law, Cyber Law, and Financial Disputes. The Litigation Clerk/Paralegal is a critical, process-driven role that ensures the efficiency and organization of our legal team, making you the backbone of our case management process.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a meticulous and highly organized Litigation Clerk / Paralegal to provide essential support to our practicing lawyers. You will manage and track complex case files, coordinate court documentation, and assist in legal research, playing a direct role in the seamless execution of our legal strategies.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Essential Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in Law (LL.B.) or a specialized Paralegal/Legal Secretarial certification is highly preferred.
• Work Experience: A minimum of 2 to 5 years of dedicated experience as a Litigation Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Assistant in a law firm environment.
• Court Process Knowledge: Hands-on experience with the practical aspects of filing, e-filing, service of process, and managing court diary/cause lists, particularly in Mumbai High Court or equivalent tribunals.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) for drafting and tracking, and familiarity with case management software (CMS).

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Meticulous Organization: Exceptional attention to detail in document preparation and physical/digital file maintenance.
• Time Management: Proven ability to track and manage multiple case deadlines (limitation periods, hearing dates) simultaneously under pressure.
• Professional Discretion: Ability to handle confidential client and case information with the utmost integrity.
• Legal Acumen: Basic understanding of litigation procedures (Civil Procedure Code, Criminal Procedure Code) is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Case File Management: Maintain, organize, and update all physical and electronic case files, ensuring documents are accurately indexed and readily accessible.
• Court Liaison: Coordinate and execute all court-related tasks, including drafting simple procedural applications, preparing complete paper books, filing documents, and liaising with court staff and outside counsel.
• Diary & Tracking: Manage and track all litigation deadlines, hearing dates, and limitation periods, providing daily reminders to the legal team.
• Documentation Support: Assist lawyers in preparing preliminary drafts of notices, simple affidavits, and summaries of bulky evidence/records.
• Communication: Handle correspondence with clients regarding case status updates and requests for documents.

What We Offer (Benefits)

• Overtime Compensation: Paid for all work performed beyond standard business hours to duly recognize your commitment to case deadlines.
• Team-Based Incentives: Eligibility for performance bonuses tied to the successful, efficient outcomes of the cases you support.
• Growth Opportunities: We actively support paralegals who demonstrate high potential and wish to pursue further education, including law degrees or specialized legal certifications.
• Professional Environment: Opportunity to gain high-level exposure to complex financial and cyber litigation.

Application Details

How to Apply: Submit your detailed CV and a cover letter detailing your specific experience in a litigation environment to the careers portal (link to be provided).